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Trump Says He Looks Forward to Xi Summit as US-China Tensions Mount

By Tim Clark on May 5, 2026 7:38 am |

Geopolitics, Global Financial Market and International Relations

Washington, 4 May 2026 – United States President Donald Trump said he is looking forward to meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping later this month, signalling that a high-stakes summit between the world’s two largest economies remains on track despite renewed tensions over trade, technology, artificial intelligence and the Middle East.

Trump said during a White House event on Monday that he expected to see Xi in about two weeks and described the meeting as an important trip. The comment came as Washington and Beijing continue to manage a fragile relationship shaped by strategic rivalry, supply-chain pressure and competing ambitions in advanced technology.

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  • Tim Clark is a Senior Geopolitical Analyst for The Ledger Asia, specializing in the intersection of international relations and market stability. With over a decade of experience, Tim provides deep-dive insights into Indo-Pacific security, global supply chain resilience, and the strategic competition between major powers.

    Previously a consultant for leading international think tanks, he focuses on how shifting diplomatic landscapes and maritime disputes impact corporate governance and trade policy. At The Ledger Asia, Tim’s analysis equips readers with the clarity needed to navigate the complex regulatory and economic environments of Southeast Asia and beyond.

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